The Toledo Lake Erie & Western Railway and Museum, Inc. is a 501(c)(3), non-profit, all volunteer organization. Serving Northwest Ohio since 1969.Visit the ‘Membership’ tab for details on how to help!We operate on 10.5 miles of track between Waterville and Grand Rapids, OH, and house many pieces of historical railroad equipment.

The Bluebird Passenger Train is currently not running.The Volunteers at the TLE&W Railway Museum are working hard year-round to resume its operation in the near future.Your donation will help speed up the progress of its return to service.

Drone Footage - A Unique Perspective on the TLE&W

A drone flying above our April Motorcar Rally was capturing highlights along our line at various spots, including Hartman Rd, Heller Curve, Grand Rapids and of course, over the Maumee River! Thank you to YouTube user "Phantompilot11x" for capturing this unique perspective of motorcar operations along our line!

Children under 3 ride free, 3-12 years old $3.00, 13 and up $5.00 per person. Tickets and Boarding next to the Welcome Center entering Grand Rapids at the east end of town on 65 at our 100 year old 901′ scenic railway bridge. Make a day of it and bring the family and friends and enjoy a day Riding the Rails, visiting the shops and eating at the restaurants in beautiful Downtown Grand Rapids.

We work year-round to keep our equipment and operations going! Won't you join us and help improve our operations? There are plenty of projects to accommodate most skills! Click on the "Become a Member" tab and download an application today!